Luxury Homes for Sale in Dallas and North Texas’ Finest Suburbs
Private representation for successful buyers and sellers, from an advisor who is also a licensed mortgage loan officer. One professional for the home, the negotiation, and the jumbo financing, with discretion at every step.
Dallas and the northern suburbs are two different markets
Luxury buyers and sellers in North Texas are not facing one market. Here is what the latest Institute for Luxury Home Marketing data shows for homes over $1 million.
120 sales against 553 listings in a month.
Most active range: $1.0M to $1.2M.
Down from 35 days a year earlier.
Well priced homes sell close to asking.
Buying in Dallas? Expect competition for the best homes. Have your financing fully underwritten and be ready to act.
90 sales against 598 listings in a month.
About 19 months of supply at the recent pace.
Down from 44 days a year earlier.
Overpriced homes are where the price cuts happen.
Buying above $2M in the suburbs? You have leverage on price and terms. Selling? Pricing and presentation decide whether your home sells or sits.
Source: Institute for Luxury Home Marketing local luxury reports, August 2026 data. Suburban figures cover Plano, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Celina, Lucas, Parker, and much of Frisco. Sales ratio is monthly sales divided by active listings; under 12% is a buyer's market, 12% to 21% balanced, over 21% a seller's market.
Discretion is the default, not an upgrade
Most owners of high value homes care about privacy before anything else. Your search, your sale, and your finances stay need to know.
Dallas and the most sought after luxury cities in North Texas
Live listings over $1 million, refreshed from the MLS. Choose an area to see what is available now and where the best neighborhoods are.
Newest $1M+ listings across North Texas
From Preston Hollow and the Park Cities to Southlake, Frisco, and Prosper, the newest luxury homes on the market in the areas I serve.
- Dallas and the Park Cities: established estates, top private schools, close to downtown
- Southlake: Carroll ISD, Town Square, minutes from DFW Airport
- Frisco, Prosper, Plano, Celina: newer estates, gated communities, golf
Dallas luxury homes
The most established luxury market in North Texas. Grand estates on wooded lots, architect designed homes, and high rise residences with skyline views, close to downtown, Love Field, and many of the city's top private schools.
- Preston Hollow: estates on large, tree lined lots
- Bluffview and Old Preston Hollow: privacy and mature landscaping
- Lakewood: classic homes near White Rock Lake
- Uptown and Turtle Creek: full service high rise living
Highland Park and University Park luxury homes
The Park Cities are two small towns surrounded by Dallas, known for Highland Park ISD, Highland Park Village, and walkable streets near SMU. Inventory is tight and the best homes move quickly.
- Highland Park: landmark estates and tree canopied streets
- University Park: newer builds near SMU and Snider Plaza
- Shopping: Highland Park Village, one of the country's first shopping centers
- Schools: Highland Park ISD
Southlake luxury homes
One of the most desirable suburbs in North Texas, with highly rated Carroll ISD schools, Southlake Town Square, and quick access to DFW Airport. Custom estates on generous lots sit alongside neighboring Westlake and Colleyville.
- Estates: custom homes on large lots
- Lifestyle: Southlake Town Square dining and shopping
- Location: minutes from DFW Airport and corporate campuses
- Schools: Carroll ISD
Frisco luxury homes
One of the deepest luxury markets in North Texas. Gated communities, golf, and a short drive to Legacy West, The Star, the PGA of America headquarters, and corporate campuses along the Dallas North Tollway.
- Starwood: guard gated, estate homes near the Tollway
- Hollyhock and Newman Village: architecture driven, walkable streets
- The Hills of Kingswood: some of the highest priced homes in the city
- Schools: Frisco ISD, with Prosper ISD in parts of north Frisco
Prosper luxury homes
Newer estates on larger lots, highly regarded schools, and a small town feel that keeps buyers coming north. One of the fastest growing luxury markets in North Texas.
- Star Trail: resort style amenities and custom builders
- Windsong Ranch: lagoon, trails, and a wide range of estate homes
- Gentle Creek Estates: golf course living on generous lots
- Schools: Prosper ISD
Celina luxury homes
Master planned communities with room to grow, and more new construction luxury than almost anywhere in the county. Builder incentives can make the numbers work in your favor.
- Light Farms: farm inspired design, trails, and resort amenities
- Mustang Lakes: lakes, open space, and estate home sites
- New construction: compare builder incentives before you sign
- Schools: Celina ISD and Prosper ISD, depending on the community
Plano luxury homes
Established luxury close to Legacy, the Shops at Willow Bend, and major employers. Mature trees, larger custom homes, and quick access to Dallas.
- Willow Bend: lakefront and golf course estates
- Deerfield: large custom homes in west Plano
- Lakeside on Preston: gated, water views
- Schools: Plano ISD
McKinney luxury homes
Golf, trails, and a historic downtown, with luxury options from established neighborhoods to new estates on the north side.
- Stonebridge Ranch: lakes, golf, and a private country club
- Craig Ranch: TPC Craig Ranch golf and a walkable town center
- Tucker Hill: classic architecture and village style streets
- Schools: McKinney ISD, Frisco ISD, and Prosper ISD in parts
Lucas luxury homes and acreage
Country estates on an acre or more, custom builds, and room for a pool, guest house, or horses, minutes from Allen and McKinney.
- Acreage: one acre minimum lots in much of the city
- Custom estates: privacy, gated drives, outdoor living
- Nearby: Parker and Fairview offer similar estate living
- Schools: Lovejoy ISD for much of Lucas
Also searching nearby luxury cities:
Start with how you want to live
Some buyers know the neighborhood. Others know the lifestyle. Browse live $1M+ listings by the way you want to live.
Preston Hollow estatesLarge lots, privacy, Dallas
Park Cities livingHighland Park and University Park
High rise residencesUptown and Turtle Creek
Guard gated communitiesStarwood and other gated enclaves
Golf course homesGentle Creek and club communities
Acreage and estatesLucas, Parker, and Fairview
Your offer, fully underwritten and discreet
At this level, the winning offer is the one the seller trusts. I structure your financing myself, so your offer arrives approved and the listing side learns only what it needs to know: that you qualify.
Underwritten approval, not a letter
A full lender review before you write, shopped across 280+ wholesale lenders. Sellers see certainty, not your income, credit, or balances.
A curated, private search
Every home previewed before you see it, Coming Soon listings flagged early, and live video tours if you are relocating from out of state.
The real cost to own
Property tax, special district assessments, HOA dues, insurance, and the age of major systems compared side by side, so two similar homes are not a guess.
Negotiation backed by data
Relevant sales, days on market, and price tier conditions put to work for you. Above $2M, that leverage is real right now.
Affordability is not the same as value
Successful buyers can afford the home. The smarter question is whether the cost of owning it makes sense for what you get. In North Texas, that answer often lives outside the list price.
On a $2,000,000 home, a total tax rate difference of just 0.3% is $6,000 a year, or $60,000 over ten years. I put those numbers in front of you before you make an offer.
Sell your $1M+ home without the price cut spiral
Luxury homes that sit get discounted. The work that prevents it happens before the listing goes live: precise pricing, flawless presentation, and marketing aimed at the buyers most likely to want your home.
months of supply for homes above $2M in the northern suburbs at the recent sales pace. Buyers have choices, so your home has to be the obvious one.
Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, August 2026 data. Dallas proper remains a seller’s market.Private walkthrough
You show me the home and its story. I listen and take notes. No price is quoted on the first visit, because guessing does you no favors.
Pricing and marketing plan
At our second meeting, a one page executive summary of relevant sales and price tier data, a recommended price, and a written marketing plan.
Launch with control
Coming Soon or full launch, your choice, with showings limited to verified buyers and updates on the schedule we agreed on.
Your marketing plan, in writing
Preparation
Staging consultation, pre listing inspection, and a short list of what to fix and what to leave.
Story driven media
Professional photography, twilight and aerial imagery, cinematic video, floor plans, and a 3D tour.
Collateral
A dedicated property website and a printed brochure that tells the home's story, not just its square footage.
Targeted reach
Paid digital and direct mail aimed at move up buyers, relocating executives, and nearby luxury neighborhoods.
Agent network
A private broker preview for luxury agents, plus optional national exposure on luxury portals and publications.
Every offer vetted
A licensed loan officer reviews each buyer's financing before you accept, so the deal you sign is the deal that closes.
Inherited or estate property? Selling a family home is rarely only a real estate decision. I provide neutral market guidance on keeping, renovating, or selling, and coordinate with your estate attorney and tax advisor.
PJ Zaji, CLHMS
A Texas REALTOR® and licensed mortgage loan officer based at The Star in Frisco, and a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist through the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing.
Clients at this level value competence over flash. My promise is simple: know the market cold, tell you the truth about it, keep your business private, and handle the home and the financing with one point of accountability.
TX REALTOR® #631862 · NMLS #2280005
Monument Realty · NEXA Mortgage
Buying and selling luxury homes, answered
Have a situation that is not covered here? Ask me directly.
What price is considered a luxury home in Dallas?
The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing defines luxury as the top 10% of each local market, recently about $750,000 in the city of Dallas and about $550,000 in the northern suburbs. Most buyers and sellers think of luxury as $1 million and up, which is where I focus, with $2 million and above often behaving as a separate market.
Is it a buyer’s or seller’s market for luxury homes in Dallas?
In the latest Institute data, the city of Dallas was a seller's market for luxury homes, with a 22% sales ratio and a median of 30 days on market. The northern suburbs were balanced at 15% for homes over $1 million, and homes over $2 million there were a buyer's market at about 5%.
Where are the most luxury homes for sale around Dallas?
Within the city of Dallas, Preston Hollow and the neighborhoods north of downtown carry the most luxury listings. In the suburbs, as of October 2026, Frisco and Prosper had the most active listings over $1 million, followed by Southlake, Celina, the Park Cities, Plano, and McKinney.
Do I need a jumbo loan to buy a $1 million home in Texas?
A jumbo loan applies when the loan amount, not the price, is above the 2026 conforming limit of $832,750 in the Dallas Fort Worth area. With 20% down, a purchase up to about $1.04 million can still use a conforming loan. Above that, jumbo terms, reserves, and lender choice matter a lot, which is why I shop 280+ wholesale lenders.
Should I pay cash or finance a luxury home?
Many buyers who could pay cash still finance to keep their capital invested and liquid. A fully underwritten approval can also negotiate as well as cash without revealing your net worth. The right answer depends on your tax and investment picture, so I coordinate with your CPA or financial advisor.
How do you protect my privacy when I sell?
Showings are by appointment for verified buyers only, your personal information stays out of the marketing, and you can start with a Coming Soon period or a limited launch. Confidentiality agreements are available when needed.
What does CLHMS mean?
CLHMS stands for Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist, a designation from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing. It requires completing the Institute's luxury training and meeting its sales performance requirements. You can verify my designation by clicking the seal on this page.
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Buying, selling, or both, tell me what you have in mind. You will get a straight read on the market, your options, and the numbers, with no pressure and no obligation.
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REALTOR - Lic# 631862-SA
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